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UW-Madison/Extension Insect Diagnostic Lab Update – June 5, 2025
Posted on June 5, 2025Caseload at the UW Insect Diagnostic Lab has increased dramatically over the last few weeks and the lab is now handling a typical summer caseload. […]
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Take Steps To Ensure That You’re Complying With the EPA Herbicide Strategy To Protect Threatened and Endangered Species
Posted onIn August 2024 the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized their Herbicide Strategy to ensure that all newly registered and re-registered herbicides are in compliance […]
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Note to Grape Growers: Unusual Vine Dieback Observed This Spring
Posted onI’ve received reports from several growers about unexpected dieback in cold-hardy hybrids like Marquette, St. Pepin, and Prairie Star. In many cases, vines appeared healthy […]
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Notes from the Field: A Growers Perspective – Ben Kraus Chat #4
Posted onWelcome back to our fifth report of 2025 Notes from the Field! As a reminder, this year’s Notes from the Field will follow Ben Kraus […]
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Notes from the Field: A Growers Perspective – Ben Kraus Chat #3
Posted on May 20, 2025Welcome back to our fourth report of 2025 Notes from the Field! As a reminder, this year’s Notes from the Field will follow Ben Kraus […]
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Thinning Decisions and Weather Outlook for Wisconsin Apple Growers
Posted onThis week, temperatures remain cooler than average for this time of year, with daytime highs ranging from the low 50s to mid-60s°F and nighttime lows […]
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Wisconsin Orchard Update – May 16, 2025: Managing Fire Blight After a Hailstorm During Bloom and Petal Fall
Posted on May 16, 2025Hailstorms during the bloom and petal fall stages can significantly increase the risk of fire blight in apple orchards. The physical damage caused by hail […]
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UW-Madison/Extension Insect Diagnostic Lab Update – May 8, 2025
Posted on May 8, 2025With leaves and flowers appearance, caseload is beginning to pick up at the UW Insect Diagnostic Lab. A summary of fruit crop samples submitted to […]
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Wisconsin Orchard Update: Fire Blight Management
Posted onFire blight, caused by Erwinia amylovora, continues to challenge apple growers—especially as spring weather patterns shift. With a growing number of tools available, including organic […]
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Notes from the Field: A Growers Perspective – Ben Kraus Chat #2
Posted onWelcome back to our third report of 2025 Notes from the Field! As a reminder, this year’s Notes from the Field will follow Ben Kraus […]